Maple Custard Cups

Directions

1. 1.

   Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 350°F.

2. 2.

   Whisk together all ingredients in a large bowl until sugar is dissolved, then pour through a fine-mesh sieve into a 1-quart glass measure. Divide custard evenly among cups, then transfer cups to baking pan. Bake in a hot water bath , pan covered loosely with foil, until custards are just set and a knife inserted in center of one comes out clean, 35 to 40 minutes.

3. 3.

   Carefully transfer cups to a rack and cool to warm, about 30 minutes.